Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Area
Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side AreaSpecial Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014
NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
1. Remove these items:
- Sliding door sill trim, as needed
- C-Pillar trim
- Sliding door opening trim, as needed
2. Pull the lower anchor cover (A) back, and remove the lower anchor bolt (B).
3. Detach the clip and release the hooks (A) then remove the pivot cover (B).
4. Remove the lower anchor bolt (A).
5. Remove the rear trim panel (A).
1. Remove the side bolts (B).
2. Pull out both side edges of the trim panel by hand to release the hooks (C) from the rear side trim panel (D).
3. Pull the trim panel back to detach the clips (E,F).
6. Driver's: Remove the spare tire (A).
1. Place a hand in each grab handle (B) on the spare tire cover (C), and pull back to release the clips. Remove the spare tire cover.
2. Remove the spare tire mounting bolt (D).
3. Remove the spare tire.
7. Remove the rear side trim panel (A).
1. Remove the cap (B) by releasing the two hooks (C).
2. Remove the rear side bolt (D).
3. Pull out the rear upper edge of the trim panel by hand to release the hooks (E) from the D-pillar trim (F).
4. Pull the trim panel back by hand to detach the clips (G, H).
5. Disconnect the accessory socket connectors (I) and the rear entertainment system auxiliary jack connector (J).
8. Remove the rear side trim panel beverage holder (A).
1. Detach the clips and release the hooks (B), then remove the rear speaker grille (C).
2. Remove the screws.
3. Slide the beverage holder forward to release the rear hooks (D).
9. Install the panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Replace any damaged clips.
- Make sure there are no twists or kinks in the seat belt and that it is not pinched by the side trim panel.
- Push the clips and hooks into place securely.